Chris Bengel

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Chris Bengel is a veteran sports writer with two decades of experience covering the NBA, NHL, and NFL for CBS Sports and 247Sports. He attended Rowan University where he earned a degree in journalism and is a tortured Philadelphia sports fan residing in Harrisburg, PA.

Latest Articles by Chris Bengel

USA C Auston Matthews skates in an Olympic hockey game.

United States vs. Slovakia Prediction, Olympic Hockey Picks

February 20, 2026

Find United States vs. Slovakia prediction and Olympic picks for Friday's semifinal, with Auston Matthews and Juraj Slafkovsky as top picks for PrizePicks.

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Philadelphia 76ers C Joel Embiid reacts during a game against the Washington Wizards.

Joel Embiid Injury Update: Is Embiid Playing Tonight vs. Hawks?

February 19, 2026

Get the latest Joel Embiid injury update and whether the 76ers C is playing tonight vs. the Hawks, plus key stats regarding Philadelphia’s chances.

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Charlotte Hornets PG LaMelo Ball seeks to pass against the Brooklyn Nets.

LaMelo Ball Injury Update: Is LaMelo Playing Tonight After Car Crash?

February 19, 2026

Get the latest LaMelo Ball injury update and whether the Hornets PG is playing tonight vs. the Rockets after a car crash on Tuesday in Charlotte.

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Los Angeles Clippers F Kawhi Leonard dunks during a game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Nuggets vs. Clippers Prediction, Spread, Picks: Kawhi to Thrive?

February 19, 2026

Los Angeles F Kawhi Leonard and Denver PG Jamal Murray headline PrizePicks' Nuggets vs. Clippers prediction and picks for Thursday, February 19.

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Golden State Warriors C Kristaps Porzingis warms up as a member of the Atlanta Hawks.

Kristaps Porzingis Injury Update: Is Porzingis Playing Tonight vs. Celtics?

February 19, 2026

Get the latest Kristaps Porzingis injury update and whether the Warriors C is playing tonight vs. the Celtics, plus find PrizePicks picks for PF Draymond Green.

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